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England faces Norway in World Cup quarterfinal clash in Miami

England faces Norway in World Cup quarterfinal clash in Miami

England and Norway face off at Hard Rock Stadium for a place in the World Cup semifinals. The fixture features top scorers Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 20:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
South African footballer Jayden Adams dies at 25

South African footballer Jayden Adams dies at 25

South African police are investigating the death of 25-year-old international midfielder Jayden Adams after his body was discovered in Cape Town.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 18:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25

South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25

South African football is in mourning following the death of 25-year-old midfielder Jayden Adams, who recently competed at the 2026 World Cup. Authorities have opened an investigation after his body was discovered in Cape Town.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 17:32 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Will Jordan breaks All Blacks try-scoring record in 47-17 win over Italy

Will Jordan breaks All Blacks try-scoring record in 47-17 win over Italy

Will Jordan surpassed Doug Howlett's record during a 47-17 victory against Italy in Wellington. The result keeps New Zealand unbeaten in the Nations Championship.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 11:32 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Scottie Scheffler misses Scottish Open cut to end 78-event streak

Scottie Scheffler misses Scottish Open cut to end 78-event streak

Scottie Scheffler's run of 78 consecutive made cuts ended at The Renaissance Club. The world's top golfer now prepares for The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 07:02 ·Rafael Ortega 4 min read
Spain eliminates Belgium 2-1 to reach World Cup semifinals

Spain eliminates Belgium 2-1 to reach World Cup semifinals

Mikel Merino's late strike secured Spain's semifinal spot in a match defined by physical setbacks, including a second-half injury to Thibaut Courtois.

Sports ·11 Jul 2026, 03:01 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev to meet in Wimbledon men’s final

Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev to meet in Wimbledon men’s final

Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev to meet in Wimbledon men’s final

Sports ·10 Jul 2026, 22:03 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
England enters World Cup quarterfinal against Norway as betting favorite

England enters World Cup quarterfinal against Norway as betting favorite

England meets Norway in a quarterfinal match in Miami, as Erling Haaland leads the Norwegian attack. The winner advances to face Argentina or Switzerland.

Sports ·10 Jul 2026, 17:05 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Justin Bieber, Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline FIFA halftime show

Justin Bieber, Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline FIFA halftime show

FIFA has confirmed an all-star musical lineup for the 2026 World Cup final, featuring a historic halftime show curated to benefit the Global Citizen Education Fund.

Sports ·10 Jul 2026, 07:32 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Jarell Quansah hit with two-game World Cup ban after red card

Jarell Quansah hit with two-game World Cup ban after red card

Jarell Quansah is suspended for two matches following a red card during England's victory over Mexico. He will miss the quarter-final against Norway.

Sports ·9 Jul 2026, 23:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Ducks match Flyers offer sheet to retain center Leo Carlsson

Ducks match Flyers offer sheet to retain center Leo Carlsson

Ducks match Flyers offer sheet to retain center Leo Carlsson

Sports ·9 Jul 2026, 19:33 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Newcastle signs midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax in £23m deal

Newcastle signs midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax in £23m deal

Newcastle United have signed 18-year-old midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax on a five-year contract. The move marks a shift in the club's strategy to acquire high-potential young talent.

Sports ·9 Jul 2026, 18:33 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup

Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has indicated a bank holiday may be granted if England wins the World Cup, though he remains cautious about jinxing the team.

Sports ·9 Jul 2026, 17:35 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Manchester United agree 50 million pound deal to sign Andrey Santos

Manchester United agree 50 million pound deal to sign Andrey Santos

Manchester United have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign midfielder Andrey Santos in a deal valued at £50 million. The player is expected to undergo a medical examination to finalize the transfer.

Sports ·9 Jul 2026, 16:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Ismael Saibari ruled out of Morocco-France World Cup quarter-final

Ismael Saibari ruled out of Morocco-France World Cup quarter-final

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi confirmed that Ismael Saibari is unavailable for the upcoming quarter-final match against France due to a hamstring injury. Soufiane Rahimi is expected to replace him as the team prepares to face the French side at Boston Stadium.

Sports ·9 Jul 2026, 14:33 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Jordan Henderson ruled out of World Cup following severe arm injury

Jordan Henderson ruled out of World Cup following severe arm injury

Veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2026 World Cup following a severe arm injury sustained after falling.

Sports ·8 Jul 2026, 16:31 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Manchester United open discussions with Real Madrid for Aurelien Tchouameni

Manchester United open discussions with Real Madrid for Aurelien Tchouameni

Manchester United have initiated formal negotiations with Real Madrid to sign midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni as part of a significant squad overhaul. The club is pursuing the deal to bolster their midfield options under head coach Michael Carrick.

Sports ·8 Jul 2026, 15:32 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Argentina beats Egypt 3-2 in dramatic World Cup comeback win

Argentina beats Egypt 3-2 in dramatic World Cup comeback win

Argentina secured their place in the World Cup quarter-finals with a 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt. Enzo Fernandez's stoppage-time goal completed the rally after Cristian Romero and Lionel Messi scored to erase a two-goal deficit.

Sports ·8 Jul 2026, 14:01 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Amadou Onana ruled out of World Cup following ACL injury

Amadou Onana ruled out of World Cup following ACL injury

Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana has suffered an ACL rupture, leaving the Red Devils and Aston Villa facing a significant midfield void.

Sports ·8 Jul 2026, 08:02 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan slams officiating after World Cup loss to Argentina

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan slams officiating after World Cup loss to Argentina

Hossam Hassan has publicly criticized officiating following Egypt's 3-2 defeat to Argentina, claiming his team was denied crucial VAR checks. The coach alleged that institutional biases favored the reigning champions during the tournament's Round of 16.

Sports ·8 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Rafael Ortega 3 min read